For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 833 students in Lexington, AL.
The top-ranked public school in Lexington, AL is Lexington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lexington, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Lexington have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lexington, AL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lexington High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 School St
Lexington, AL 35648
(256) 229-6622
Lexington, AL 35648
(256) 229-6622
Gr: 7-12 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
101 School Street
Lexington, AL 35648
(256) 229-6622
Lexington, AL 35648
(256) 229-6622
Gr: PK-6 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lexington, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Lexington, AL include Lexington High School.
How many public schools are located in Lexington?
2 public schools are located in Lexington.
What is the racial composition of students in Lexington?
Lexington public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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